A Family of Rebels

     As I roam around the St Louis area I come to the realization that I might have spawned a family of rebels.  You may notice that many young people have tattoos, some are very elaborate, some are inspirational and in some cases they cover a major portion of their body. If you take notice it seems the majority of young adults have adorned their bodies with some sort of tattoo, but mine have none.  I'm not implying that this is right or wrong, it's just the way it is, it has been their choice.  I have no problem with tattoos, it seems they have become permanent jewelry for this generation to include people of all status and race.

     In the past it was the rebellious that chose to get a tattoo, so one might assume that this was the intention of today's young.  It's a way to distinguish their self from others.  So, because of this I feel compelled to ask, if the majority of our youth has tattoos are they the rebels? or Are they conforming to the standards of the majority? Could it be that the minority group of youth that chose not to get a tattoo are the rebels?  Rebels have always stood out because of the decision to be different which is not necessarily a bad thing.  In fact rebels are needed and many have helped change this country for the better.

     It's also likely that I'm totally wrong and the tattoos on young adults are a fashion choice, strictly decorative and not meant to be a rebellious act.

     All I can say is Hurray for the rebels, be a rebel for positive change.  Get a tattoo if you want but a tattoo alone doesn't make you a rebel.  Be a real rebel for a better future.  “Just Saying....”